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IB AmericasOrientation Seminar:Diploma Programme
IB Mission Statement
High quality international education for a better world
The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.
To this end the organization works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment.
These programmes encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.
New Challenges in the 21st Century
Inequality Complexity Diversity Globalization
IB’s Solutions Inequality • Intercultural understanding• Service• Innovation Complexity• Critical thinking• Collaboration• Agency Diversity• Communication• Cultural Awareness• Worldview Globalization• International Education
IB World School Characteristics
The IB does not own or manage any schools. Instead, it works with schools that share a commitment to international education. These schools:
share the mission and commitment of the IB to quality international education
play an active and supporting role in the worldwide community of IB schools
share their knowledge and experience in the development of the IB programmes
are committed to the professional development of teachers and administrators.
International Education
Features of an international education
Meaning and importance of culture, starting with one’s own but leading to that of others
The study of issues of global concern An exploration of different dimensions of the human
condition
PYP MYP DP IBCC
INQUIRINGINQUIRING KNOWLEDGEABLE KNOWLEDGEABLE CARINGCARING
AUTHENTIC, CRITERION-RELATED ASSESSMENTAUTHENTIC, CRITERION-RELATED ASSESSMENT
INTERNATIONAL MINDEDNESS INTERNATIONAL MINDEDNESS includingincluding MULTILINGUALISMMULTILINGUALISM
ACTIVE, STUDENT CENTERED LEARNINGACTIVE, STUDENT CENTERED LEARNING
programmes that promote. . .
inspiring lifelong learners who become more. . .
The IB Diploma Programme
What is the Diploma Programme?
DiplomaAges 16 - 19
DiplomaAges 16 - 19
CurriculumCurriculum Student assessment
Student assessment
Professional developmentProfessional development
School evaluation
School evaluation
The IB Diploma Programme is designed as an academically challenging and balanced programme of education with final
examinations that prepares students, normally aged 16 – 19, for success at university and life beyond.
Number of Diploma Programmes: 2,371
IB Asia Pacific
377IB Americas
1,233
IB Africa, Europe, Middle East761
North America and the Caribbean: 998 programmes in 13 countries and territories
Central and South America: 235 programmes in 18 countries
IB Americas1,233 Diploma Programmes in 31 countries and territories
The Diploma Programme Curriculum Model
Core Requirements
Extended Essay (EE)• 4000 word essay, on a topic of student interest• Provides excellent preparation for independent study at
university level
Theory of Knowledge (TOK)• Critical reflection on how we know and what we know• Develops awareness of cultural perspectives and biases• Allows for connections to be established between disciplines
Creativity, Action, Service (CAS)• A framework for experiential learning, involving students in new
and active roles• Develops awareness and a sense of responsibility towards the
community
IB Diploma RequirementsStudents must take three higher level (HL) and three standard
level (SL) courses – all two year courses
One course from groups 1-5, and a 6th subject from either group 6 or any other group• Higher Level
• 240 recommended hours • Exams taken in senior year
• Standard Level• 150 recommended hours • A maximum of two subjects may be anticipated by
Diploma Programme students
Complete core requirements: EE, CAS, TOK
A sample Diploma programme:
Grade 11
Group 1 – English HL Group 2 – Spanish SL Group 3 – History HL Group 4 – Biology SL Group 5 - Math SL Group 6 – Theatre HL Tok for a part of the year CAS throughout Note the expectation for concurrency
but the many options; including
‘anticipated’ where necessary, and
exceptional flexibility in course choices
Grade 12
Group 1 – English HL Group 2 – Spanish HL Group 3 – History HL Group 4 – Biology SL Group 5 – Math SL Group 6 – Theatre HL Tok for a part of the year CAS throughout Extended essay completed
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Group 1 – Studies in Language and LiteratureLiterature, Language and Literature, Literature and Performance
Group 2 – Language AcquisitionSpanish, French, German, Chinese, Arabic…
Group 3 – Individuals and SocietiesHistory, Geography, Economics, Psychology, Business and Management, World Religions, Philosophy…
A Sample of IB Courses
Group 4 – Experimental SciencesBiology, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science…
Group 5 – MathematicsMathematical Studies, Mathematics, Further Mathematics…
Group 6 – The ArtsDance, Film, Music, Theatre, Visual Arts
A Sample of IB Courses (cont’d)
Assessment and Curriculum Review
Assessment
Underlying philosophy:
• Criterion-related performance – students are assessed against criteria not against one another
• Formative — many of the assessment instruments (particularly the internal assessment tasks) can be used formatively
• Summative — a record of student achievement at or towards the end of the course of study (external)
• Attention is given to high-order skills as well as more fundamental cognitive skills
Assessment
Assessment promotes the cross-cultural dimension of the programme.
The following are some examples:
In the Literature course students must study works originally written in a language different from the one being followed for their course.
In language acquisition courses (Group 2) the language should be studied in a strong cultural and practical setting.
The history course includes a compulsory section on world history.
In the music course, students must carry out an investigation in to the relationship between two musical pieces from different cultures.
The Assessment Model
Internal assessment • recognizes the role of the teacher • gives students a chance to show what they can do over time• moderated by external examiners• usually 20-30% of the final grade External assessment • Completed by students over an extended period under supervision• Marked by external examiners• Examinations chosen for high levels of objectivity and reliability • Chosen from short response, essays, etc.
FINAL GRADE AWARD MEETING AT IB ASSESSMENT CENTRE
Curriculum Review
To make sure that the curriculum for each subject is relevant and current, a curriculum review process exists:
Each curriculum is revised every seven years by committees made up of teachers and educators from around the world
Curriculum reviews are announced ahead of time and teacher support material and training are made available
Assessment instruments are revised with every curriculum review
University recognition: How well is the diploma recognized by universities?
IB courses are widely recognized by the world’s leading universities.
The IB works closely with universities in all regions of the world to gain recognition for the IB diploma, providing:
Direct online access for university admissions officers (and government officials) to syllabuses, recent examination papers, and transcripts in order to facilitate recognition decsions
Guidance on policy development through model policies and exemplars Seminars and workshops on policy development Research specifically focused on matters directly impacting student success at
University A database of university admission policies on www.ibo.org Recognition in over 100 countries and by over 2,000 universities Some universities offer scholarships and advanced placement for IB students
University recognition: How well is the diploma recognized by universities?
Research shows that IB students succeed at University in many ways including higher GPA’s, higher graduation rates, high retention rates, and higher engagement. Students have the skills and knowledge necessary for University success. Universities recognize this through the policies that recognize these strengths:
through admissions advantages, scholarships, placement and credit, as well as through access to special programs and ancillary considerations, such as preferred housing or course selection.
targeted recruitment efforts specifically for IB students. These are facilitated by the IB.
IB students are admitted at virtually every noteworthy North American institution at a higher rate than the general applicant pool.
IB supports recognition through; A database of university admission policies on www.ibo.org Currently there is recognition in over 100 countries and by over 2,000 universities
IB Career Related Certificate
IBCC: Enhancing IB Access
IBCC: Enhancing Access
Become an IB World School
Becoming an IB World School
Required activities:
Submit School information formInvestigate IB philosophyAnalyze programme requirements and identify resources for implementationGain support from teachers, head of school, school district/board and studentsOrder IB publications Designate a coordinatorDevelop an action plan for successful implementationHead of school attends a category 1 workshop for AdministratorsContact or visit IB World Schools offering the Diploma ProgrammeConnect with a regional association of IB World Schools
Consideration Phase / Request for candidacy
Application For Candidacy
Activities: obtaining the relevant publications by purchasing them from the IB store - - http://store.ibo.org/examining the programme’s philosophy and curriculum to determine whether these meet the needs of its studentsconducting a feasibility study on the possible consequences of implementing the programme The head of school or designee must attend a category 1 workshop prior to the submission of the application for candidacy – mandatory
From Guide to school authorization: Diploma Programme:
• The head of school or designee must attend an IB category 1 workshop before submission of the Application for candidacy: Diploma Programme.
• All Diploma Programme subject teachers must attend IB category 1 workshops in their subject.
• TOK teacher(s) must attend IB category 1 TOK course workshops.
• CAS coordinators must attend IB category 1 CAS workshops.
• The Diploma Programme coordinator must attend IB category 1 Diploma Programme coordination workshops.
Schools are encouraged to participate in IB professional development activities as early as possible to ensure that they make an informed decision regarding the future implementation of an IB programme.
Required Professional Development
Candidacy Phase
Following acceptance of Application for Candidacy, the school is designated an IB candidate school.
Activities: The school is assigned a consultant to work with the school to develop a solid application for authorization.Continuing attendance at IB-approved professional development Developing curriculum planning documentationOrganizing teacher collaborative planning and teaming
Verification Visit
Provided previous stages have been completed successfully, the school submits the Application for Authorization and the regional office arranges for the school to be visited by an IB team.
The purpose of the verification visit is to:
verify that documentation submitted by the school confirms that the school is ready to be authorized as an IB World School
Verify Diploma Programme standards and practices that must be in place with those involved in the implementation of the programme
evaluate the school’s preparedness to implement the programme complete a report on the school’s commitment and ability to deliver
the programme
Candidate Fees
*All fees are subject to change
USD 4,000* with the Application for candidacy and USD 9,500* payable annually commencing from September / March, after the submission of application for candidacy (during a normal authorization process this fee is paid twice)
What you receive: Ongoing counseling services by IB Americas Reading and feedback for applications Subscription to the online curriculum centre for all school staff A two-day on-site consultation visit The remote services of a consultant for up to 20 hours A two-day on-site verification visit
Authorization Fees
*All fees are subject to change
USD 10,400* payable annually upon authorization
What you receive:Creation and development of curriculum materials and teacher support guidesSubscription to IB World magazineSubscription to the online curriculum centre for all teachers and school staffOngoing counseling services
*All fees are subject to change
Student Assessment Fees
Student Registration FeeUSD 135* for each student
Subject Fee USD 92* per assessed subject
What you receive:
Moderation of internal assessments
External assessments (exams)
Transcripts of results and diplomas
Reports on subject areas
Additional Budgetary Items
Ongoing teacher professional development at IB workshops Regular collaborative planning time for teachers (including media
specialists, librarians) IB publications for teachers (see the publications catalogue on the IB
website, http://store.ibo.org/) The position of the Diploma Programme coordinator, which must
include non-teaching time Resources for inquiry, second language teaching and international-
mindedness The position of the CAS (community, action, service) coordinator Extended essay and CAS supervision Postage for examination mailings
For Additional Information
To find out more about becoming and IB World School please visit the International Baccalaureate website at:
http://www.ibo.org/iba/become
For Additional Information
Got Questions?We’ve Got Answers!
Contact the IB Outreach Desk
by phone at (301) 202 3000
or by email at [email protected]